Milan Look Beyond Defensive Injury Crisis
AC Milan are reportedly planning ahead, with Calciomercato claiming Manchester United centre-back Leny Yoro is high on their shortlist for next summer. Injuries have stretched Milan’s backline this season, and a January signing is expected, but the Rossoneri are also weighing a longer-term investment for 2027/28.
Yoro’s Price Tag and the Mendes Link
The France international is reportedly valued at €40million to €50million, a considerable outlay for Milan. They are said to hope that Yoro’s agent, Jorge Mendes, can help smooth negotiations with United, who are unlikely to sell cheaply given how much they spent on such a promising player.
Could Amorim Influence Yoro’s Future?
Ruben Amorim’s familiarity with Yoro is another possible angle should the defender’s Old Trafford future become uncertain.
Our View: A Smart Rebuilding Move
At 20, Yoro offers athleticism and plenty of room to grow, which is exactly the profile Milan should build around rather than simply plug gaps with. The fee is steep, but justifiable if he fulfils his potential. The real obstacle is persuading United to sell. This feels like a summer project rather than an imminent deal, yet with Fikayo Tomori’s future uncertain, Yoro could shape Milan’s next defensive rebuild.